Trigonometry

PURPOSE
The Trigonometry credential documents the essential competencies for general application of trigonometry concepts. Successful demonstration of these competencies awards the exam taker with the badge shown here, which may be included in a digital resume or portfolio and posted in social media as a guarantee to employers of these skills and competencies. The awarded badge embeds a link to data about the exam and confirms the individual earned the badge on the date it was awarded.

AUDIENCE
This credential is appropriate for a variety of professionals who must apply trigonometry concepts to solving problems in their work as well as instructors of trigonometry. In addition to education, these professionals work in areas of science, architecture, and engineering.

JOB/CAREER REQUIREMENTS
The Trigonometry credential documents competencies in areas related to mathematics instruction as well as forensic science, nuclear engineering, industrial engineering, architecture, aerospace, and a variety of related research and education areas.

TRIGONOMETRY WORKPLACE TASKS: 

• Forensic scientists use trigonometry to evaluate evidence such as the angles of lethal blows and the trajectory of bullets. 
• Nuclear engineers research and develop the processes, instruments, and systems used to derive benefits from nuclear energy and radiation. 
• Industrial engineers eliminate wastefulness in production processes. They devise efficient ways to use workers, machines, materials, information 
• Marine engineers and naval architects design, build, and maintain ships from aircraft carriers to submarines, from sailboats to tankers. 
• Mining and geological engineers design mines for the safe and efficient removal of minerals such as coal and metals for manufacturing and utilities 
• Aerospace engineers design aircraft, spacecraft, satellites, and missiles, and make sure that they function according to desig

EXAM STRUCTURE OVERVIEW
Number of Questions in Exam: 60
Total Time: 90 minutes
Overall Passing Score: 70%
(All sections require an individual passing score of 70%)